Iago’s wife, Emilia, tells Othello that Iago has lied. Othello realises his tragic mistake and commits suicide over the body of his wife as Iago is arrested.
What are the main events in Othello?
- Resentment and redress (Act 1, Scene 1) …
- Talk of love and war in Venice (Act 1 Scene 3) …
- Cassio carouses in Cyprus (Act 2 Scene 3) …
- “The green-eyed monster” jealousy is aroused (Act 3 Scene 3) …
- Othello receives ‘proof’ of his wife’s infidelity (Act 4 Scene 1) …
- A deadly attack on Cassio (Act 5 Scene 1)
What does the book Othello teach us?
“Othello” is a cautionary tale. It prompts us to check our reflexive feelings and to be fairer and more generous toward those whom we might dismiss or pigeonhole. It also encourages us to be more forgiving of others’ trespasses.
